Nikon S9700 vs Panasonic FH22

Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon S9700 and Panasonic FH22, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was announced 4 years later than the FH22 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S9700 matches up against the FH22 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9700 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9700 and the FH22.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9700 and FH22 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and FH22.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S9700 to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent S9700 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.